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October is
Healthy Lung Month
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New Orleans, La., –Healthy Lung Month (October)—a month set aside for lung health awareness—is recognized by the American Lung Association (ALA) and several health advocacy organizations across the US. It is designed to help educate the public about the importance of protecting their lungs against general neglect, bronchitis, mold, air pollution, and smoking.
The Smoking Cessation Trust is encouraging Louisiana smokers to take this opportunity, especially as we continue to navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, to “love your lungs” by quitting cigarettes and encouraging friends and family members to quit, as well.
Evidence has shown that smokers are likely to be more vulnerable to COVID-19, as they may also already have lung disease or reduced lung capacity which would greatly increase risk of serious illness.
“If infected by COVID-19, smokers can significantly spread the virus in the community,” says Juan J. Gershanik, MD, president, Orleans Parish Medical Society (OPMS) and medical director of West Jefferson Medical Center’s NICU. “That is why, in addition to wearing a face mask, which decreases the chances of the spread, smokers are strongly encouraged to quit.”
Lung disease affects an astounding number of Americans. More than 35 million Americans live with a chronic lung disease like asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis—and smoking does not help.
“We know it’s hard to quit cigarettes,” says Mike Rogers, CEO of the Smoking Cessation Trust Management Services. “That’s why we’re taking the opportunity of Healthy Lung Month, and related observances such as the upcoming Great American Smokeout on Thursday, Nov. 19, to remind people of the damaging effects of smoking and to encourage them to protect their lungs from nicotine and other carcinogens and general pollutants. We want everyone, especially as we continue to battle COVID-19, to try their best to quit and to lead healthier lives.”
Here are a few tips from the American Lung Association to help keep your lungs healthy:
Don't Smoke
Cigarette smoking is the major cause of lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Cigarette smoke can narrow the air passages and make breathing more difficult. It causes chronic inflammation, or swelling in the lung, which can lead to chronic bronchitis. Over time cigarette smoke destroys lung tissue and may trigger changes that grow into cancer. If you smoke, it's never too late to benefit from quitting. The American Lung Association can help whenever you are ready.
Prevent Infection
A cold or other respiratory infection can sometimes become profoundly serious. There are several things you can do to protect yourself:
· Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol-based cleaners are a good substitute if you cannot wash.
· Avoids crowds during the cold and flu season.
· Good oral hygiene can protect you from the germs in your mouth leading to infections. Brush your teeth at least twice daily and see your dentist at least every six months.
· Get vaccinated every year against influenza. Talk to your healthcare provider to find out if the pneumonia vaccine is right for you.
· If you get sick, keep it to yourself! Protect the people around you, including your loved ones, by keeping your distance. Stay home from work or school until you are feeling better.
Minimize Exposure to Outdoor Air Pollution
The air quality outside can vary from day to day and sometimes is unhealthy to breathe. Knowing how outdoor air pollution affects your health and useful strategies to minimize prolonged exposure can help keep you and your family well. Climate change and natural disasters can also directly impact lung health.
Get Regular Healthcare
Regular check-ups help prevent diseases, even when you are feeling well. This is especially true for lung disease, which sometimes goes undetected until it is serious. During a check-up, your healthcare provider will listen to your breathing and listen to your concerns. If you need health insurance, learn more about your options.
Exercise
Whether you are young or old, slender, or large, able-bodied, or living with a chronic illness or disability, being physically active can help keep your lungs healthy. Learn more about how exercise can strengthen your lungs.
“We are committed to helping Louisiana smokers quit with the help of the Trust’s free products and services, and hope that many will decide that October’s ‘Healthy Lung Month’ will be an ideal time to begin their journey to quitting. With two years left to this free cessation program, we also encourage our members, and all smokers across Louisiana, to quit nicotine in all its many forms,” added Rogers.
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Senior Hours & Concierge Service |
• Early Senior Shopping Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7-9 am* for our members aged 60+ and at-risk members. The special shopping hours include our pharmacy and optical centers.
• Free Curbside Concierge Pickup Service to senior and at-risk members who need to shop during these special hours and do not feel comfortable coming inside the building. Just pull up and an associate will take your list, gather your items and bring your order out to your car.
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Office of Business & External Services to
Launch Satellite Services for Residents
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NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced the launch of the newly formed Office of Business & External Services (OBES) satellite program for residents. As part of a gradual rollout, OBES will provide residents an opportunity to do business with City Hall at select New Orleans Public Library locations.
“Providing residents more convenient access to City services is the definition of meeting people where they are. This is why we formed the Office of Business and External Services. We are committed to making it easier for residents to do business with the City, especially at a time when we are trying to fuel our economic recovery in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.”
First up, the Rosa Keller Library in Broadmoor will provide representatives from the seven agencies under OBES:
- Safety & Permits
- Code Enforcement
- Workforce Development
- Economic Development
- City Planning Commission
- Historic District Landmarks Commission
- Vieux Carré Commission
Representatives from each agency will be able to provide support for residents, including helping them access the City website, NOLA.gov, in order to more efficiently use City services. The staff available will be assisting with questions and applications, often in real time or with follow-up help. The Rosa Keller Library OBES Satellite location (4300 S Broad Ave.) will operate on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the month of October, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., starting this Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020. Additional hours may be added as needed.
The City is especially grateful for the assistance from the Broadmoor Improvement Association and NOPL. For additional information, please email [email protected].
Residents are encouraged to visit this location to interact with staff, learn about City services, make applications for renovation projects, get assistance to open businesses, etc.
As the rollout progresses, the City plans to have representatives on-site at the East New Orleans Regional Library and the Algiers Regional Library. Dates and hours of operation for the additional sites will be provided in advance so residents can plan ahead, and access the library’s free parking.
“The Mayor recognizes that our residents are our primary customers, and that we must provide a best-in-class user experience. To achieve that, we must first make City services easily accessible to all residents and focus on streamlining the processes and systems we have in place,” said Peter Bowen, Deputy CAO for OBES. “Our libraries serve as cornerstones of our neighborhoods, providing valuable resources to residents, and we’re excited to activate our Land Use, Economic and Workforce Development services at these facilities.”
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Hurricane Delta strengthens to Cat 2 storm, expected to reach Cat 4 in Gulf
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City of New Orleans Prepares for Tropical Storm Delta |
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness is monitoring Tropical Storm Delta, which is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 Hurricane and make landfall as a Category 2 along the northern Gulf of Mexico late this week.
There is growing confidence in the forecast track, which includes the New Orleans Metro area. Sustained tropical storm force winds (more than 35 mph), storm surge outside of the levee system, and heavy rain are possible with this system.
In preparation, residents are encouraged to prepare their properties and gather emergency supplies, including food, water, and medications, for at least three days. Those who might need extra help during a storm due to age, ability, or medical needs should sign up for the City’s Special Needs Registry. To register, call 3-1-1 or go to specialneeds.nola.gov.
The City will also provide text updates to residents. To sign up, text DELTA to 888777 (subscribers who received texts for Beta, Sally, Laura, Marco, or Cristobal will automatically be subscribed).
Public Safety Preparations
The City's Emergency Operations Center, which has been continuously activated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, will now transition into a tropical storm response with liaisons from public safety, infrastructure, transportation, and human service agencies, as well as State and Federal partners.
The New Orleans Health Department (NOHD) is communicating with healthcare partners to ensure they are informed and prepared for tropical weather. NOHD remains on standby for sheltering operations should the need arise.
The New Orleans Police Department, New Orleans Fire Department, and Emergency Medical Services have emergency personnel ready to respond as necessary. High water vehicles, boats, and barricades are being strategically deployed in areas prone to flooding. The Orleans Parish Communication District is prepared to meet the emergency communications needs of New Orleans residents during this tropical weather event.
Service Impacts
City Hall, NORD, and the New Orleans Public Library are monitoring the storm and will announce any impacts to services as warranted.
NOLA Public Schools continues to monitor Tropical Storm Delta, and schools are taking actions to prepare their organizations and facilities for potential impacts.
Infrastructure Preparations
The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans has all 99 drainage pumps available for service. One constant duty pump, located at Drainage Pump Station 7 near City Park, is out of service. But these are smaller units used to regulate groundwater in canals and are not large enough to be critical during a flood fight. Turbines 1, 4 and 6 are available for service, as well as all five Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) generators and all five frequency changers. Turbine 3 is out of service pending a repair. Additionally, a new feeder from Turbine 6 to the Carrollton Frequency Changer Facility is now in place and operational, giving the system added power reliability.
As they do year-round, Department of Public Works crews are working to clean catch basins, and asphalt crews are transitioning from asphalt-related work to clearing debris from in front of catch basins. Inspectors and construction managers will review roadwork construction sites to ensure stockpiles are moved from next to catch basins and all loose materials tied down or removed from the job site.
The Department of Parks and Parkways is closely monitoring the potential for tropical weather and has crews are ready to respond to downed trees and branches if necessary. Residents are reminded to call 311 if you have a downed tree or large branches and to call Entergy New Orleans for downed power lines involving trees.
Entergy’s storm team is prepared to restore power and gas services safely and quickly to customers should outages occur. In addition, the company will move equipment from low-lying areas that could see high water to higher ground and ensure flood protections are in place. High-water vehicles and drones are being secured should they be needed during any restoration efforts. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, crews will continue to practice social distancing while in the field, and Entergy asks that customers do the same. For the safety of crews and customers, please stay away from work zones. If there is a need to report a service problem, customers should call 1-800-ENTERGY.
Transportation
The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority continues to monitor Tropical Storm Delta. The agency will maintain service across all modes as long as weather conditions allow to do safely. For the latest information on storm impacts, visit www.RTAforward.org, call the Rideline at (504) 248-3900 or follow @NewOrleansRTA on social media.
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Bananas Foster Beignets
Makes About 30
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons warm water (105° to 110°)
- 1½ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup whole buttermilk, room temperature
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon rum extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
- Bananas Foster Sauce (recipe follows), to serve
Bananas Foster Sauce
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup dark rum
- 4 large bananas, sliced crosswise ¼ inch thick
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- In a small bowl, stir together 6 tablespoons warm water and yeast. Let stand until foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, stir together flour, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. Add yeast mixture, buttermilk, egg, butter, and rum extract, and beat at low speed just until a dough forms. Switch to the dough hook attachment, and beat at low speed until dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. (Dough should stick to bottom of bowl but not sides.)
- Spray a large bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°) until doubled in size, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- In a large Dutch oven, pour oil to a depth of 3 inches, and heat over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350°.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Using a sharp knife, cut dough into 2-inch squares. (Do not reroll.)
- Fry dough in batches until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Let drain on paper towels. Dust confectioners’ sugar onto beignets. Serve warm with Bananas Foster Sauce.
Bananas Foster Sauce
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat; slowly stir in rum. Return to heat; cook until mixture is slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add banana slices, and cook for 1 minute. Use immediately.
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Oct 6
8am6pm
Oct 6
8am6pm
Oct 6
8am1:30pm
Alario Center
2000 Segnete Boulevard
Westwego, LA 70094
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HIGH-CAPACITY, DRIVE-THRU COVID-19 TESTING TO BEGIN IN NEW ORLEANS |
NEW ORLEANS —
Pre-registration is available but is not required. Individuals who pre-register at DoINeedACovid19Test.com will be directed to an express lane; those who do not pre-register will be directed to the regular lane where they can relay contact and health information to staff.
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The City of NOLA is providing grants for bars to expand outdoor seating once it is allowed in Phase 3.2.
Apply now!
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Pumpkin Treats Around New Orleans |
Blue Dot Donuts
The famous Blue Dot Donuts is known for doing their pumpkin spice donut every year. This year, they've upped their game by introducing the pumpkin spice and sweet potato donut. Open Tuesday thru Sunday from 6 a.m. until 1 p.m., this bakery is one of the best in the city. Make sure to call and order a day before because they sell out of many of their donuts daily.
4301 Canal St.,
(504) 218-4866,
The Avenue Pub
Beer-lovers, we did not forget you. The Avenue Pub introduces the St. Arnold Pumpkinator, which is an imperial pumpkin stout. Head up to the Pub's balcony for this delicious dark beer. The Pub is also doing to-go beer, wine, and food. For those who do not like pumpkin, the beer menu is extensive. 1732 St. Charles Ave., (504) 586 9243,
Breads on Oak
You can count on Breads on Oak to feature the best on their menu. This year, the company has a pumpkin cheddar biscuit sandwich to go along with the October festivities. The bakery has plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors for you to enjoy your selections safely. When you order your breakfast sandwich, make sure to try their version of a pumpkin spice latte. 8640 Oak St. Suite A, (504) 324-8271
Smoothie King
One of the surest signs that it's fall is when Smoothie King puts their seasonal pumpkin smoothies on the menu. These titans of the smoothie world offer pumpkin smoothies in a variety of options, touting "real, organic pumpkin puree" in every one. Choose from their vegan pumpkin smoothie, their Pumpkin Slim-n-Trim for a guiltless option, their Pumpkin Coffee High-Protein for both a caffeine and protein boost, or their slightly more decadent Pumpkin D-Lite smoothie, made with frozen yogurt. Whichever way you go, it's like drinking fall through a straw
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TUESDAY AT 11:00 AM
Cooped Up and Cooking
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We’ve got great news: you don’t have to wait ‘til Thanksgiving to enjoy some turkey. Join us Tuesday, October 6, at noon EST for another episode of Cooped Up and Cooking. Chef Nino is making some lean Turkey Meatloaf Burgers that will get your taste buds tingling. #ThatsHumanCare
Here’s what you’ll need: two pounds ground turkey; 1 ½ cups Italian bread crumbs; two tablespoons milk; one small onion, grated; two large eggs; one tablespoon all-purpose seasoning; six cloves garlic, minced; four tablespoons ketchup for burger mixture and additional for baking topping; four tablespoons olive oil; eight-pack hamburger buns. Don’t worry if you don’t have all the ingredients—our chef will talk you through substitutions.
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New Digital Museum Experience |
Join Director of Exhibits, Jenney Fazande, as we delve into the process of creating The Ghost Army Exhibit currently on view at The National WWII Museum. Then go on a highlights tour featuring some of the artifacts within the exhibit with curator Larry Decuers.
Lunchbox Lecture: "The 4 Chaplains of the SS Dorchester"
by Barry Simon
Wednesday, October 7
11:00 a.m. (CT)
In this lecture, Simon will discuss the torpedoing and sinking of the SS Dorchester, as well as the four American chaplains from different denominations who unselfishly sacrificed their own lives to save others.
STUDENT WEBINAR:
Red Tail, WASP and Firefly: The Aviators of WWII
Thursday, October 8
12:00 p.m. (CT)
In this session, Sherri L. Smith will talk about her research and the very human stories behind the history of WWII aviation.
If you’re unable to join us live, recordings of all our lectures are uploaded to YouTube after the initial broadcast. Links will be included in our weekly recap email on Friday, or you can subscribe directly at youtube.com/wwiimuseum.
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Visit for participating restaurants, menus and to make your reservations! |
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Celebrate Restaurant Week New Orleans 2020
October 6-11
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During this weeklong celebration of New Orleans cuisine, diners can choose from local restaurants with special two-course lunches for $25 or less and three-course dinners for $45 or less. Some restaurants will also offer three-course brunches for $45 or less. Participating restaurants range from fine-dining establishments to neighborhood favorites. |
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RESTAURANT WEEK IS HERE
and all of our restaurants are participating!
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Enjoy 2-course lunches or brunches for $25 or less,
and 3-course dinners for $45 or less.
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We’re Back! Johnny’s Po Boys returns the Quarter! |
The DeGrusha Family continues the tradition of serving New Orleans' signature sandwich at Johnny's Po-Boys
From Bank Presidents to Buggy Drivers, they have all awaited the return of French Quarter staple - Johnny’s Po-Boys at 511 St. Louis Street. On Friday, Lori Beth De Grusha, the third-generation, will once stand behind the cash register waiting to take an order from every customer that enters. Many will come to talk with the long-term staff and order their favorite item on the menu – just like when life was “normal”.
Whether its alligator sausage, roast beef, fried shrimp or oysters, giant onion rings - or maybe chicken parmesan, hot sausage, meatballs, pastrami or pork chops – your order come quickly and with a smile you won’t forget.
There are stories to the origin of the po-boy (or poor boy) sandwich, including one from 1929-30 about a New Orleans restaurant that created it with fried potatoes inside the French bread to feed workers who couldn’t afford to eat.
DeGrusha shares a tip on one of the top menu items – the Roast Beef sandwich. The sheer amount of roast beef stacked on the French bread also makes it different. Johnny’s has the reputation for not skimping on the ingredients, a reason it has been in business for 65 years.
De Grusha’s grandfather opened Johnny’s in 1950. At the beginning customers would submit their orders and put the money in the cash register (and even make their own change). The business grew as the shop made a name for the amazing sandwiches. Johnny also gained a reputation for his spirit. He was different from the norm then – he served whites and blacks, and treated everyone equally. Lori Beth will tell the story of a grandfather who could not be bullied or threatened by that stand, he loved everyone.
Johnny worked in the restaurant nearly until his death in 1999. He never slowed down and he worked side by side with his dedicated staff. Then Lori Beth’s father, also named Johnny, took over the business with his brothers. Lori Beth took over Johnny’s with her two uncles when her dad passed in 2012.
Johnny’s has weathered many storms including Katrina, a kitchen fire, and now a pandemic. But like a Po Boy held in the claw of a Phoenix
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As a result of the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and public health and safety restrictions on businesses, the City of New Orleans is creating an Outdoor Dining grant program to support New Orleans’ restaurant and bar industry to safely expand their outdoor dining options. The program, designed by the City of New Orleans, will be administered by the New Orleans Business Alliance (NOLABA).
The City of New Orleans is committing $100,000 for the initial round of Outdoor Dining grants, with 35% of all grant funds have been earmarked for businesses owned by people of color or women, in the first four weeks of the program. Restaurants will be able to apply for $2,000 grants meant to assist in expanding their outdoor seating areas, including sidewalk cafés and off-street parking lot dining areas. The City of New Orleans anticipates supporting approximately fifty restaurants through the grant program.
Restaurants and bars are the backbones of the New Orleans community and culture, and national trends suggest that half of all restaurants will not survive the pandemic. The Outdoor Dining Grant Program will support restaurants and bars to invest in outdoor dining areas and enable them to expand their business operations.
This program is a part of Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s efforts to reimagine public spaces in order to support the City’s businesses. These efforts are designed to both ensure the safety of residents and workers and create a more vibrant streetscape. The Outdoor Dining grant is the first part of a multiphase effort to expand dining options in public rights-of-way.
The City recognizes that these funds will only support a limited number of restaurants, and we will continue advocating for resources and work to support our restaurant and business community in every way we can.
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OUTDOOR DINING GRANT PROGRAM |
* NOW OPEN TO BAR OWNERS *
QUICK FACTS
Grants of $2000 are available for Orleans Parish restaurants and bars.
Restaurants and bars must already have a sidewalk café permit or possess an off-street parking lot.
$100,000 has been allocated by the City of New Orleans to launch this initiative
35% of all grant funds have been earmarked for businesses owned by people of color or women, in the first four weeks of the program.
Businesses will be required to document and report on their usage of the grant within 30 days of receipt.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible restaurants and bars can receive $2000 in grant funds to support their outdoor dining capacity. To qualify for this grant, you must:
Be an Orleans Parish restaurant or bar in good standing with the State of Louisiana
Possess a sidewalk café permit from the City of New Orleans or possess an off-street parking lot.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Restaurant and bar owners must be prepared to provide copies or evidence of:
A Sidewalk Café Permit from the City of New Orleans OR possession of an off-street parking lot
A statement about your intended use of the grant funds
A site plan for your outdoor dining area
A brief budget
W-9
Within 30 days of receiving an Outdoor Dining grant, you must provide receipts for expenditures funded by the grant, as well as images of your outdoor dining area.
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Virtual Demonstration
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hosted by House Distiller David Bock featuring Sazerac Rye.
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Virtual Walking with Whiskey
Free. Join our distillery team for an in-depth journey through the whiskey making process & learn how to make a signature Sazerac Rye cocktail.
AVAILABLE SESSIONS:
Tuesday, October 6 @ 5:00 PM
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OCT
6
National Night Out Against Crime Celebration
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Tuesday at 5 PM – 8 PM
Hosted by Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home
3827 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119-6036, United States
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New Orleans Jazz Museum
400 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans
Watch on Facebook.
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5:00pm – 6:00pm
New Orleans Jazz Museum
400 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans
United States
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4536 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115-1543, United States |
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Art for Art's Sake
with Nola Flora
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This event is free, however you must RSVP.
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Tuesday October 6th:
Greg Mania in conversation w/ Juno Morrow
6-7pm CST
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"In this unique and hilarious debut memoir, writer and comedian Greg Mania chronicles life as a "pariah prodigy." From inadvertently coming out to his Polish immigrant parents, to immersing himself in the world of New York City nightlife, and finding himself and his voice in comedy. Born to Be Public is a vulnerable and poignant exploration of identity (and the rediscovery of it), mental health, sex and relationships, all while pursuing a passion with victories and tragicomic blunders.
At once raw and relatable, Mania's one-of-a-kind voice will make you shed tears from laughter and find its way into your heart."
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Every evening from 6:30pm cst -8:30pm, I’ll be doing a Facebook Live on my page |
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Dear Friends and Family in Music,
Facebook Live from New Orleans concert every night 6:30-8:30pm cst Taking Live requests
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Each Concert will stream LIVE every Tuesday at 9:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM CT Join us here |
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
Ricky Skaggs and
Steven Curtis Chapman
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13
Sugarland
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Zac Brown Band
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Lady A
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Brett Young
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17
Little Big Town
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Amy Grant & Vince Gill
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Concert Series Continues
on 10-6-20
@ 9:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM CT
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10-6-20
Jon Cleary New Orleans
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce De Leon Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
504 304 0635
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Wine by the Glass
-As of last week we can now serve you a glass to go! Stop by and have Jessie or Erin pour you a drink to go. Sip outside while you wait for you order from 1000 Figs, walk to the park, relax on the bayou or just stroll through our neighborhood with your dog(s)! Wine, beer, canned cocktails and of course our delicious spritz, are available to go. For wine have a rotating menu of red, white, rosé and sparkling.
-Unfortunately we can not yet serve you a glass or bottle to drink on premise or on our patio. We are hoping that will come with Mayor Cantrell's phase 3.2
Ready for a tasting?
While the format is different than our pre-COVID event, we wanted to bring back our Friday tasting in a safe environment. Same quality wines, same professional presenters, just a few changes in how and when you taste
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce de Leon Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
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This Week at Swirl Wine Bar
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Next week, Friday October 16 we will hold our first tasting in 30 weeks. Yes, it''s going to be different. Our theme is TBA but if you click on this link you'll get the idea and sign up if you want to get a jump on the available spots. Fridays are Back!
Shopping, Delivery and Pick Up
We are open Monday - Saturday from 11am to 8pm for browsing and shopping.
-Please see the signs on the door for our rules of engagement - masks, social distancing and good behavior required :)
-Curbside pickup is still available, just call the shop at (504) 304-0635, place your order, give us payment info and 30 min to put it together. Let us know you are there and we can bring it to your car or you can come in for pickup.
-Deliveries are still an option! Call the shop at (504) 304-0635, place your order, give us payment info and we deliver between 5:30 - 7 PM, within a 3 mile radius and charge a $5 fee.
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This Morbid Museum In New Orleans Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
Have you ever explored the Museum of Death in New Orleans? It’s a unique exploration of one of the most fascinating and taboo topics in our culture! Here’s the inside scoop on this unique museum…that is definitely not for the faint of heart.
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If you are looking for a museum that is both creepy and bizarre, look no further than the Museum of Death in New Orleans.
It's found in the French Quarter, a 227 Dauphine St. and includes an array of unique oddities.
It costs $15 to enter, and inside you will find a full array of unique displays.
The museum includes body bags, coffins, and skull collections from a variety of sources.
There are also unique mortician apparatuses and some evidence of cannibalism.
Apparently, teeth are not good to eat!
There are also many detailed displays on infamous serial killers throughout the world's history.
Those displays include letters and artworks from these individuals.
The part that amazed me the most when I visited were the graphic car accident photos.
They were very unique and offered a whole new perspective on those difficult events.
So if you're in the area and looking for an interesting way to spend an afternoon, consider visiting this creepy place.
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WE'RE OFF TO THE RACES!
Any friend of NOCHI knows: the best way to connect with friends, family, and colleagues is through food. That's why, for Cooking for a Cause, we whipped up one-of-a-kind private classes, dinner parties, wine tastings, and more, sure to bring joy to your krewe. These special experiences are tailored to the times, designed to be enjoyed in our state-of-the-art kitchens or on Zoom.
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Bidding is officially open, which means you can get first dibs on a cooking class with Emeril, Nina Compton, Donald Link, or Serigne Mbaye (just for starters). More of a sipper? Snag a tiki mixology class with "cocktail goddess" Dee Taylor or get front-row tickets to wine guy Dan Davis' rowdy grape fight. We've also got hand-crafted knives, chef-approved cookware, and all kinds of goodies to enhance your home. Since January 2019, we've been on the cutting edge of innovative, accessible hospitality training. All proceeds benefit our programs and community initiatives to strengthen the future of hospitality. Join the fun, and let's cook for a cause!
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Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin Patch
11215 Lees Ln, Hammond, LA 70401
WELCOME TO
MRS. HEATHER’S
PUMPKIN PATCH!
Fall is here and the pumpkins are growing bountifully! Mrs. Heather is inviting everybody to come!
Join in the fun and come out to the patch from September – November 8!
$8/child CASH ONLY.
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Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin Patch
Hammond
Open
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Families can practically fill their day with fun at Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch in Hammond.
As the farm opens for the fall season, this year marks the 25th anniversary for this popular pumpkin patch.
Kids can also learn about bees, milking cows and growing pumpkins. You’ll find plenty of places for the perfect fall family photo.
Admission is $8 per child (newborn and older). Adults enter for free if accompanying a child. Admission for adults not accompanying a child is $8. Payments are cash only.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday to Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
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Banting's Nursery
3425 River Rd, Bridge City, LA 70094
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Bridge City & Lacombe, La.
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Banting’s Nursery offers several varieties of pumpkins to decorate your home and garden this fall.
A spokesperson for the nursery said Banting’s are assembling the pumpkin patches in order to provide safe spacing for customers.
All visitors should wear masks when arriving to pick their pumpkins.
Banting’s has a Northshore location in Lacombe, La. and a Southshore location in Bridge City. Each location also offers a large selection of fall plants and decor for your home.
Hours of operation are Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Pumpkin Patch at St. Martin's Episcopal Church |
Mon - Fri 3pm - 6:30 pm; Sat & Sun 10am - 6:30 pm thru October 31
Now, more than ever, children and adults alike will enjoy picking out the perfect pumpkin or two! The patch offers lots of specialty pumpkins and gourds. A cute fall-themed area offers you the perfect picture opportunity! Please note weekday and weekend hours differ. On the weekends, the patch opens at 10:00 am.- 6:30 pm. and weekdays 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm. The patch runs through October 31.
All ages
Cost
Prices vary for pumpkins; free to take your own pictures!
For more information,
call (504) 835-7357;
St. Martin's Episcopal Church
2216 Metairie Rd
Metairie, LA 70001
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
1031 S. Carrollton Ave. 504.866.0123
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Open through Oct. 31
Mondays–Fridays, 2:30–7 pm
Saturdays and Sundays,
9 am–6 pm
This year, not only will pumpkins be available but also a photo op area and games for the kids.
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Coronavirus in Louisiana: |
There have been 9 new cases of COVID-19 and one death reported in New Orleans since yesterday
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On Deck for October 6, 2020
National Days
On Deck for October 7, 2020
National Days
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We all know that New Orleans is one of the most interesting cities in the world when it comes to our architectural history. In 1852, artists B.F. Smith, Jr. and J.W. Hill produced this skyline view from the top of St. Patrick's Church, the top of which may be seen at the bottom of this image.
On the left is the First Presbyterian Church and directly above that is City Hall (Gallier Hall), with Lafayette Square in front. The impressive white dome of the St. Charles Hotel is just left of center. This was perhaps the first building someone traveling to New Orleans would see as their steamer approached the city, looming high above the city.
Just above the portion of St. Patrick's is the dome of the Odd Fellow's Hall. Above that near the center of the image is the domes roof of the St. Louis Hotel, with the spire of the newly renovated St. Louis Cathedral just beyond on the right.
The hustle and bustle of the port along the Mississippi River is depicted on the far right. The horizon illustrates the rural nature of the area outside of the immediate city.
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Percy Humphrey w/ music bag, tp, leader, Alfred Williams, sn d, Manuel Paul, ts, Willie Pajaud, tp, Albert Warner, tb, Robert Lewis, bd, Charles "Sunny" Henry, tb, and Wilbert Tillman, as; playing for a funeral for the Young Men's Olympians Benevolent Association. Image is undated. Photographer is Lee Friedlander. via
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Need help? Here are some tips for streaming from a phone from WWOZ's Video Director. |
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OnlineWire - New Orleans virtual gig calendar |
Virtual gig listings from New Orleans musicians, so you can support and enjoy live, local music. Without leaving home.
While normal gigs are not being held during the pandemic, we'll be updating the WWOZ OnlineWire, a calendar of virtual gigs, in the place of the regular WWOZ Livewire. These are happening on a variety of platforms-- mostly social media. We're sharing links when and where we can.
Many musicians are offering digital "tip jars" via Venmo or other payment systems during these sets. Stay in and support some live, local music! As always, listings are subject to change.
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New Orleans photographer David Spielman with Vincent Sciama, Counsul General of France in Louisiana. An exhibition of Spielman's works, 'New Orleans: Tested Again,' will be on display on the fences of the consulate along Prytania Street.
PROVIDED PHOTO BY AUDOIN DE VERGNETTE
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The Consulate General of France in Louisiana will display an outdoor exhibition of new works by New Orleans photographer David Spielman capturing local life amid the coronavirus pandemic. "New Orleans: Tested Again" is a series of black and white photos showing New Orleanians going about daily life, such as grocery shopping, attending church and returning to schools.
Inspired by exhibitions displayed on the fences of Paris' Luxembourg Gardens, "New Orleans: Tested Again" will be attached to the fences of the Consulate General at 2406 Prytania St. The photos will be on display through Nov. 23.
"The history of France and New Orleans is long, rich and extremely important," a short exhibit statement says. "For more than 300 years, in good and bad times, we have stood together. During this worldwide pandemic we are once again side by side. Together we will thrive."
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Election Briefing:
Understanding the State Constitutional Amendments
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Webinar 8:30 am Wednesday, October 7, 2020
This briefing hosted by GNO, Inc. will focus on state constituional amendments on November's ballot which may have a fiscal impact, like expanding use of the state's Rainy Day Fund for disaster assistance.
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10.7.20-11.13.20
Every Wednesday & Thursday at Middendorf's Manchac
and Every Friday at Middendorf's Slidell
6 weeks of Authentic German Meals, Music & Fun!
(despite the year 2020)
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Manchac: Oktober 7 & 8
Slidell: Oktober 9
Schlachtplatte mit Sauerkraut, Bratkartoffeln und Brezel 17.25
Smoked Pork Chop, Pork Belly, Sausage, Sauerkraut, Roasted Potatoes and Pretzel
Apfel Strudel mit Vanille Eis 5.95
Apple Strudel with Vanilla Ice Cream
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Playgrounds:
Storyland: Open Wed. – Sun. 10am to 4:30pm (last entry at 4pm); limited admission; tickets on this link; limited admission
- Other Park playgrounds will open over time and will be announced on Park website and social media.
Open Wed. 10am to 8pm and Thurs.- Sun. 10am to 4:30pm; Wednesday is free entry for LA residents courtesy of The Helis Foundation;
Snoballs: Located on the plaza between the Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn and City Putt; open Wed. – Sun. noon to 7pm
Café Du Monde: Open 7 days week, 8am to 8pm, take-away only
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New guidelines are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit. Prepaid, contactless ticketing is encouraged for museum visits. Wednesdays remain free for Louisiana residents courtesy of The Helis Foundation.
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SUMMER ESCAPE
Oct. 7
New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle,
City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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Let your mind wander through more than 5,000 years of art at NOMA, open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Stroll among more than 90 works in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden on the same days, from 9:30 am to 5 pm.
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7
Walter 'Wolfman' Washington & The Roadmasters
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Every Wednesday Streaming LIVE on StageIt from d.b.a in New Orleans.
Walter “Wolfman” Washington has been a mainstay in the New Orleans music scene since the early 1960s. He cut his teeth backing up some of the best singers and performers in New Orleans history including Lee Dorsey, Johnny Adams, and Irma Thomas before putting together his long time band The Roadmasters, who have been burning down and burning up local and national stages since their first gigs in the 1980s. This new record confirms what fans have known for years: Walter “Wolfman Washington has soul to go along with that fire.
Like many African-American musicians in the South, Washington started singing in school and the church. He had just hit double digits when he formed an acapella spirituals group in his neighborhood called the True Love and Gospel Singers. One Sunday they went on the local gospel show on WBOK to sing, and Washington noticed the guitar player in the studio who was playing behind them. “I just sat there and watched him,” Washington recalls, “He was playing with all his fingers.” When Washington got home he made his own guitar from a cigar box, rubber bands, and a clothes hanger. One of his uncles saw this and gave him a real guitar, and Washington started practicing. His dad supported his music, and took him to see a musician he knew across the river from New Orleans, and those two played his first gig in Gretna, Louisiana. Even though his parents were not musicians, “I had lots of uncles who played guitar. Guitar Slim and Lightnin' Slim were my uncles. And Ernie K-Doe – the renowned New Orleans performer and singer of international hit “Mother in Law” - was his cousin.
We are thrilled to have Walter return to the d.b.a. stage where he & the Roadmasters have been performing every Wednesday since 2006. He is a New Orleans legend.
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The galleries in THNOC’s Tricentennial Wing, located at 520 Royal Street, open. The Tricentennial Wing has three installations on view:
All spaces will observe reduced capacity limits and enhanced safety protocols. Admission is still free, and the galleries will return to THNOC’s regular business hours, Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Sunday, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Ordering your tickets online is required.
Admission is free, but visitors must order tickets in advance of arrival.
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The Historic
New Orleans Collection
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For more than 150 years, artists from around the world have captured their impressions of the French Quarter. The exhibition French Quarter Life: People and Places in the Vieux Carré gathers 22 paintings from THNOC’s permanent collection to showcase the many views and experiences that have inspired artists through the years. From the bustle of the French Market to the jazzmen of Preservation Hall, these artworks explore the streets, buildings, and people of the French Quarter through time and a variety of techniques.
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See the exhibition, THNOC opened its Tricentennial Wing galleries at 520 Royal Street. Admission is free. See our website for timed entry tickets, safety protocols, and to see what else is going on.
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It's Louisiana Resident Discount Month at the WWII Museum. Enjoy 50% off Museum Campus Pass - click here to get your tickets.
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LET THEIR STORIES INSPIRE YOURS |
The whole family can find inspiration in timeless stories of sacrifice and resilience. With new safety procedures in place, including timed ticketing, reduced capacity to enable social distancing, enhanced cleaning, and more, the WWII Museum is ready to welcome you back safely. Now is a great time to see what TripAdvisor calls the #1 attraction in New Orleans, the #3 museum in the United States, and the #8 museum in the world! And, during the month of October, Louisiana residents get half off our Museum Campus Pass with a state-issued photo ID.
Special Exhibits
Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II: Activated on January 20, 1944, the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, known as the “Ghost Army,” was the first mobile, multimedia, tactical deception unit in US Army history. Consisting of an authorized strength of 82 officers and 1,023 men under the command of Army veteran Colonel Harry L. Reeder, this unique and top-secret unit was capable of simulating two whole divisions—approximately 30,000 men—and used visual, sonic, and radio deception to fool German forces during World War II’s final year. Now, through The National WWII Museum’s newest special exhibit, Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II, visitors can learn the story of the 23rd and their role in Allied victory through featured artifacts such as artwork, uniforms, an inflatable tank, and more.
Remembered Light: Glass Fragments from World War II, the McDonald Windows is a collection of 25 art pieces produced by Atelier Le Roux in Oakland, California, using shards of glass from damaged and destroyed European churches collected during World War II by the late US Army Episcopal chaplain Frederick McDonald. McDonald, who served under General Omar Bradley in the 12th Army Group through war-torn Europe, collected shards of stained glass and other mementos from desecrated sanctuary sites he visited from 1944 to 1945 after he first encountered a church in England destroyed by bombing and was heartbroken by the ruins.
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417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
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Watch the premiere of LIVING IN THE NEW NORMAL: RACE FOR A VACCINE on WYES-TV and stream live wyes.org on
Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m.
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WYES-TV CONTINUES ITS NEW SERIES ABOUT THE LOCAL IMPACT OF COVID-19
WYES Connects With Local Experts To Bring Viewers A Closer Look At The Pandemic’s Effect Regionally
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New Orleans, LA — The world is anxiously awaiting a safe and effective vaccine to protect against infection from
the novel coronavirus. WYES, the premier public television station of southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf
Coast, will continue its look into the COVID-19 pandemic and how it is impacting our everyday lives. LIVING IN THE
NEW NORMAL: RACE FOR A VACCINE is the fourth installment in the discussion format series. The program is
produced and hosted by WYES Community Projects Producer and INFORMED SOURCES host Marcia Kavanaugh.
“When can we realistically expect an effective and safe vaccine to be made available to the general population?”,
asks Kavanaugh. “It’s an important question that many feel needs answering before life can begin to return to pre-pandemic form.”
Local health experts will discuss what research on both a vaccine and treatment for COVID-19 is happening here in
the New Orleans area. The expert panel includes Dr. Lucio Miele, Professor and Assistant Dean for Translational
Research at LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine and Head of Department of Genetics and Precision
Medicine Program; Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor and Infectious Disease specialist at LSU Health New Orleans School of
Medicine; Frank J. Welch, MD, MSPH, FACPM, Medical Director for the Center for Community Preparedness and
the Louisiana Immunization Program for the Louisiana Department of Health; and W. Mark Roberts, M.D., M.M.M., Dean of Research Ochsner Health
LIVING IN THE NEW NORMAL: RACE FOR A VACCINE repeats on Friday, October 9 at 8:30 p.m. and Sunday,
October 11 at 11:00 a.m.
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New Orleans Nightmare
Haunted House
319 Butterworth St,
New Orleans, LA 70121
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Oct 8
OPEN
7:30p-10:30p
Oct 9
OPEN
7:00p-12:00a
Oct 10
OPEN
7:00p-12:00a
Oct 11
OPEN
7:30p-10:30p
Oct 15
OPEN
7:30p-10:30p
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7:00p-12:00a
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NEW! CURBSIDE PICKUP! Shop
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Dorignac’s Gourmet Food,Wine and Spirits
710 Veterans Blvd.
Metairie,La.
504.834.8216
Hours: 8am-7pm
Senior Shopping Hour:
Mon. & Thurs. 7-8am
Dorignac’s Curbside Pickup! Order Online. SAVE TIME!
You’re Gonna Love It!
SHOP Happy.Shop Easy @Dorignac’s & SAVE!
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The public is invited to watch the Thursday, October 8,
6 p.m. concert via facebook
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Donations of any kind can be made and select the Mission to Musicians II button. An online link that is not tax-deductible will also be posted once the concert is live that goes directly to the musician’s personal account, if the donor prefers that option.
“Either way, all funds go to the musician or tradition bearer,” said Fr. Bill. The concerts will also be taped and archived on the church’s youtube channel.
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St. Anna’s Church kicks off “Tip Jar” Music series to help local musicians survive COVID pandemic shut down |
Every Thursday at 6 p.m., individuals can tune into the facebook page for St. Anna’s Episcopal Church and enjoy New Orleans musicians do their thing in the hopes you will contribute to their individual online “tip jar” to help support their art, announced the Very Reverend William H. Terry, Rector, St. Anna’s Episcopal Church.
“St. Anna’s has a history of supporting New Orleans musicians, especially since 2005 and the levee failure following Hurricane Katrina,” said Fr. Bill. “We provide a venue for them to play as well as offer them food and other services as The Mission to Musicians.”
“Once again, New Orleans musicians are hard pressed to produce income because of the COVID pandemic and closure of music venues. Our church offers use of our audio-visual and electronic equipment, as well as our space, to help them bring in some income through their own online tip jar,” said Fr. Bill.
Event sponsors are also sought to help every performer at least receive a baseline payment of $100 to $500 per gig, depending on the size of the music group. The program is made possible with the help of Jack Craft, an artist with Sweet Crude, and St. Anna’s Place staff.
Additional upcoming performances include:
- Singer/songwriter Michael Doussan on Oct. 8
- · And Indie bands Alexis and the Samurai and Free Feral on Oct. 15 and 22 respectively.
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For information on the series or to donate contact Darryl Durham, St. Anna’s Place, (504) 947-2121
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COVID-19 PROTECTION AND SAFETY PLAN
FOR THE MORTUARY HAUNTED MANSION
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Defend yourself by shooting your way through hordes of zombies, with a video-game-like, battle rifle on a survival mission through the Mortuary’s living-dead! |
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THE MORTUARY HAUNTED MANSION
THE MORTUARY is an icon of old New Orleans at the very dead end of world famous Canal Street. Less than 3 miles from the enchanting French Quarter on the cemetery streetcar line, this magnificent mansion was originally built in 1872 and operated for about 80 years as an actual MORTUARY.
LOCATION
The Mortuary is located at
4800 CANAL ST.
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Typically On Highlighted Dates:
Mondays-Thursdays 7pm-11pm
Fridays 7pm-11pm (Possibly Later Check Availability)
Saturdays 2pm to 11pm (Possibly Later Check Availability)
Sundays 2pm to 11pm
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Grande Krewe
504-309-8309
2305 Decatur Street,
New Orleans, LA 70117
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Join us at the store this Thursday, October 8th, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm for a very special Thirsty Thursday! Meet author, radio host and veritable New Orleans raconteur, Tim McNally, as he discusses his new book The Sazerac about the most quintessential of historic cocktails.
Tim will be signing copies of his book and we'll have complementary Sazerac cocktails being poured by an ambassador from The Sazerac House!
"With a spirited blend of history, cocktail trivia, and recipes, The Sazerac uncovers the true story of one of New Orleans’s most long-lived and iconic beverages."
Shop in store at 2305 Decatur St.
Monday - Saturday 12pm - 8pm and Sunday 12pm - 5pm.
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OCT
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Thursday Parties in October - Felix's
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Each and every Thursday evening, New Orleans Recording Artists, RPS-The Trio of Chicken on the Bone, with The Biscuit of Drums, will be rocking and rolling at Felix's Restaurant and Oyster Bar on the Lakefront in New Orleans. 7400 Lakeshore Dr., 5-8pm every Thursday evening. You should come out
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Brennan's
417 Royal Street,
New Orleans, LA
504-525-9711
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VIRTUAL WINE TASTINGS
Drink Local! Our 2 featured wineries have NOLA roots running deep into California's wine valley.
with Flambeaux Winery October 8 at 7 pm
with Vending Machine Wines October 22 at 7 pm
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1. Pre-order our Virtual Tasting Box [3 Bottles of Top-Rated Wine + Brennan's Snack Pairing].
2. Pick up your Virtual Tasting Box at Brennan's on the day of the tasting.
3. Zoom with Brennan’s Wine Director, Braithe Tidwell, and featured winemaker/owners, while they take you on a Virtual Wine Tasting.
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Don’t forget Thursdays are always free at Ogden Museum for Louisiana residents, courtesy of The Helis Foundation’s Art for All program! |
Ogden Museum
925 Camp Street,
New Orleans , LA 70130
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Friday October 9th:
Virtual Happy Hour w/ Steven Salvatore
5pm CST
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This week Steven Salvatore will be joining us with a drink and some good conversation.
Steven is a young adult author, educator, Mariah Carey lamb, and Star Wars fanatic whose debut YA novel Can't Take That Away will be published March 9th, 2021
Have a bookish question? Want to talk about Mariah Carey? Grab a drink and join the conversation!
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The coffeehouse
is serving again!
All outdoor and acoustic.
On Friday nights only!
5110 Danneel St, New Orleans, LA 70115
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Join us this Friday (weather permitting) for our Sidewalk Serenade: A socially distant gathering of our Neutral Ground community.
We will invite one or two local musicians to serenade us from a safe distance, outside, as we share stories, laugh, sip our coffee, and sweat profusely.
Please bring cash, so you can support the coffeehouse and also tip the musicians. We miss you, and can't wait to see your beautiful (masked) faces again!
Please socialize responsibly! Masks are required for service, and encouraged while conversating.
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“In the Darkest Night Shines the Brightest Light" will highlight the transformative power of music, touching on the power of music to uplift the human spirit. Join some of the most talented classical musicians in the world for virtual performances filled with deeply moving musical masterworks performed in beautiful, acoustically magnificent venues like Felicity Church, Temple Sinai, St. Charles Presbyterian Church, and Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2020 – “CHIAROSCURO” LIVE STREAM FROM ST. CHARLES AVENUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
PRE-CONCERT TALK 7 PM, CONCERT 7:30 PM
ST. CHARLES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Manhattan Chamber Players performs works by W.A. Mozart, Johannes Brahms, and David Popper in a program entitled “Chiaroscuro,” which highlights a movement in the arts focused on the contrast of light and dark sonic elements. CCCMF Artistic Director Luke Fleming will also give a pre-concert talk at 7 PM.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2020 – SEASON FINALE: “REVIVAL” LIVE STREAM FROM RAYNE MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
CONCERT 3PM
RAYNE MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
In the CCCMF 2020 Season Finale, The Manhattan Chamber Players will perform a program titled “Revival,” featuring two of J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerti, Robert Schumann’s dazzling Piano Quintet, and a World Premiere of a new work by Festival Artist Andrea Casarrubios, all performed in the historic sanctuary of Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church!
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UNDETERRED BY THE PANDEMIC, 2020 CRESCENT CITY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
TO BROADCAST FOUR FREE PUBLIC CONCERTS OCT. 9-11
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The Crescent City Chamber Music Festival (CCMF) will not let Covid-19 stand in the way of its 5th anniversary performances this year. CCCMF will go on as planned with live performances that will be streamed to audiences from event spaces in New Orleans from October 2 to October 11, 2020.
This year’s Festival is titled "In the Darkest Night Shines the Brightest Light," and features four unique, virtual programs broadcast live and free to the public on Facebook and YouTube over the ten days of the festival. Once again, Founding Artistic Director and New Orleans native Luke Fleming will bring some of the world’s most talented chamber musicians together for audiences in New Orleans, and now, online anywhere in the world. Audiences will be treated to performances from the world-renowned classical musicians of the Manhattan Chamber Players, a collective of New York-based musicians who have delivered compelling performances of the most moving pieces that the chamber repertoire has to offer year-after-year at CCCMF.
In addition to the 12 stellar classical musicians bringing live chamber music to New Orleans this October, this year’s festival features Andrea Casarrubios, a prominent cellist praised by the likes of the New York Times, who will perform on all four concerts and also debut brand new material written specifically for this year’s festival.
“The pandemic forced us to reimagine the Crescent City Chamber Music Festival in a way that musicians and audience members can enjoy the performances in a safe and socially responsible way,” said Luke Fleming. “Virtual audiences will be treated to one-of-a-kind concerts held in four wonderful spaces across the city of New Orleans, viewable on platforms like Facebook Live and YouTube Streaming.
Should it be deemed safe by local government, the 2020 CCCMF may allow limited, socially distanced, masked seating on a first-come first-served basis, but this has yet to be confirmed. Notice will be given of this possibility at least two weeks before the festival begins,” Fleming said.
Community outreach is an important part of the festival’s mission. Since its inception, festival musicians have performed privately for audiences at nursing homes, hospitals, schools, homeless shelters, and other helping organizations across the Greater New Orleans area. This year, the festival will stream to community members of New Orleans via Zoom, Facetime, and Skype — providing a meaningful and safe online concert experience on a one-on-one basis to residents of nursing homes, retirement communities, and hospitals, as well as in educational spaces.
Mary Mouton
Mouton Media, LLC
504-261-4895 cell
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Experience "Drive-in Déjà Vu" with JPAS!
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is bringing the drive-in movie experience to the Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center this October, presenting movies that reflect our 43rd annual season. These vintage films will be shown each Friday in October and will culminate with a special screening of Ghostbusters on Friday, October 30th.
The first four Fridays in October will feature movies that are directly tied to upcoming productions of the 2021 season, including The 39 Steps, Arsenic & Old Lace, and An American in Paris.
Hover and click the images below for more information on each film and to purchase tickets!
FULL SERIES PACKAGE (5 Movies) - Purchase a ticket to all 5 movies and save $10 per ticket!
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OCT
9
Drive-in Déjà Vu: 42nd Street
8 PM – 11 PM
4545 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 70065
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"Drive-in Déja Vu" Movie Series.
"42nd Street"
Warner Bros. (1933)
Directed by Lloyd Bacon
Starring: Warner Baxter, Bebe Daniels, George Brent, Ruby Keeler, Dick Powell
42nd Street is the classic, fast-paced, backstage movie musical that changed the film musical forever. Set during the Depression, this film is considered the backstage musical par excellence, the grand-daddy of them all.
"42nd Street" is the first in a 5 part drive-in movie experience, Fridays in October at the Pontchartrain Center!
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October 10
German Coast Farmers Market
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The German Coast Farmers Market is weekly market every Saturday Morning in Destrehan from 8am-12pm at 13786 River Road next to Ormond Plantation.
We’ll have lots of fresh, locally grown Fruit & Vegetables, along with Local Raw Honey, Fresh Farm Eggs, French Pastries, Jams, Jellies, Pepper Jellies, Pickled Items, Homemade Tortilla Chips, Salsa, Dips, Kettle Corn, Fresh Seafood, Artisan Breads, Specialty Hot Foods such as Hot Tamales, Gumbo, Pastalaya, Jambalaya, BBQ plates and sandwiches, plus lots more!
8 AM – 12 PM
13786 River Rd, Destrehan, Louisiana 70047
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Chef Kevin Belton in his new cooking series — KEVIN BELTON’S NEW ORLEANS CELEBRATIONS! |
The 26-part series is a smorgasbord of delicious creations inspired by the vibrant festivals of New Orleans and the surrounding region. The series premieres on WYES on Saturday, at 9:30am. Each episode (26 in all) will repeat on Sundays at 1pm. Contact your local PBS station for airdates and times.
New Orleans is known as the Festival Capital of the World, hosting over 130 festivals each year that showcase the unique food and multicultural heritage of the city. In his new courtyard kitchen at the WYES-TV studios, Belton dishes up his twist on some of the city’s best-tasting food booth favorites, from Breakfast Jambalaya to a Shrimp and Crab Burger.
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Who Runs the World, Girls! |
WYES-TV is proud to present a new 26-part cooking series that turns the spotlight on women who are changing the culinary landscape of New Orleans in KITCHEN QUEENS: NEW ORLEANS.
Watch on both Louisiana PBS member stations, WYES and LPB, on Saturday, at 10am.
Each weekly episode will repeat on Sundays at 1:30pm.
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FREE to attend; product prices vary by vendor
Gretna's Farmers Market
Huey P. Long Ave. Between 3rd and 4th streets
Gretna, LA
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October 10
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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To introduce and maintain healthy habits, bring the kids to the farmer's market! Each Saturday, local vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, plants and flowers, dairy, meats, baked goods and prepared foods. Live music plays in the background while you shop. Teach your children the value of shopping local--for both personal and community health!
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Dat Dog - Frenchmen
601 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of everyone's favorite combo: OPERA and HOT DOGS!! If haven't experienced Opera Night at Dat Dog on Frenchmen Street yet, you'll have an opportunity EVERY OTHER SATURDAY, right here on our world famous balcony, 7pm - 9pm. Settle in with a 'dog, a daiquiri, and the mesmerizing talents of our featured performers THIS SATURDAY, 9/26:
Robert Wagner, Tenor
Steven Edwards, Pianist
Vocals- Maria Hefte, Elizabeth Lowry, Kevin Rouchell, Jake Wynne-Wilson, & Enrico Cannella
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Opera Night at Dat Dog Frenchmen! |
October 2020
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November 2020
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Three LSU football games are scheduled to be televised on CBS and two more for ESPN networks, the Southeastern Conference announced Tuesday.
Then, LSU's game at Auburn on Oct. 31 is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on CBS.
A more prime-time spot is reserved for the LSU-Alabama rivalry on Nov. 14, which is scheduled to be televised at 5 p.m. in Tiger Stadium.
LSU’s Oct. 17 game at Florida will be a 2:30 p.m. Central time kickoff on ESPN or ESPN2.
Five games are still to be determined in terms of network assignment and kickoff times: Oct. 10 versus Missouri, Oct. 24 versus South Carolina, Nov. 21 at Arkansas, Nov. 28 at Texas A&M and Dec. 5 versus Ole Miss.
2020 LSU FOOTBALL SCHEDULE (All times Central):
Oct. 10: Missouri at LSU, TBA
Oct. 17: LSU at Florida, 2:30 p.m., ESPN or ESPN2
Oct. 24: South Carolina at LSU, TBA
Oct. 31: LSU at Auburn, 2:30 p.m., CBS
Nov. 7: open date
Nov. 14: Alabama at LSU, 5 p.m., CBS
Nov. 21: LSU at Arkansas, TBA
Nov. 28: LSU at Texas A&M, TBA
Dec. 5: Ole Miss at LSU, TBA
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October
10
Mardi Gras Museum Tour
Today at 12 PM – 12:50 PM
1010 Conti Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112
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We are opening on Saturdays! Come take a tour with Carl Mack at noon or 2pm and discover the traditions of Mardi Gras and see the costumes from the Royalty to the Wacky and Wild! |
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1131 S Rampart St,
New Orleans, LA 70113
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Come get great variety of summer veggies, flowers and herbs to plant in your garden. The event also features live music and delicious breakfast from New Orleans' top chefs, cold-pressed juices and cold brew coffee ☕️ 🥶
October 2020
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Abita Springs
Art and Farmers Market
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Welcome Sun Heirloom Farms LLC!! They are a small farm located in Sun Louisiana. “All of our plants are heirloom strains from all over the world.” Robert Levin. Specializing in rare melons, exotic fruits, culinary herbs, flowers etc.” This Sunday we will have teddy bear sunflowers, dahlias, echinacea, Lillys, Calendula, Onion’s, & cucumbers. Also, Purple basil, Thai basil, Genovese basil, holy basil, dill, fennel, mint, and live plants.
Sundays 11-3
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KERMIT STREAMS SUNDAYS
AT 4:20P!
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Watch Kermit Ruffins live on Sundays at 4:20p from Kermit’s Treme Mother-in-law Lounge!
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I will live stream to my musician page: |
There is no cover charge, but I am accepting a voluntary cover charge (tips) at: |
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October 11
Joe Krown Live Stream at Maple Leaf Bar Viral Sessions
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I will be live streaming every Sunday from 8PM to 9PM central time until we can go back to work.
They can close us down, but they can't stop the music!!
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For more information, please contact Phyllis Mitchell.
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Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 360 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458, Slidell, United States |
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Make a Joyful Noise in the ? bell choir! All children ?????????? in grades 4-12 and any parent ? that is interested are welcome! Invite a friend and come create music with us! We will meet every Sunday evening at 5pm in Genesis Hall at ⛪ Aldersgate United Methodist Church. ⛪ *We ask that members of bell choir are committed at least though Christmas. Both members and non-members of Aldersgate United Methodist Church are welcome. All events at Aldersgate United Methodist Church are subject to social-distancing guidelines. Please be sure to bring a ? mask, sanitize, and practice social distancing! |
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John Rankin
FACEBOOK LIVE PAGE
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OCTOBER PERFORMANCES
FACEBOOK LIVE: 6 TO 7 PM EVERY MONDAY!
John Rankin Music
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 14, 5:30 TO 7
523 Bermuda St., Old Algiers
John Rankin and Harry Hardin
We will the outside on the the porch at this address, across from a lovely small park. Bring your chairs, masks, and refreshments!
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 21, 6 TO 7:15
Longue Vue Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans
The Classic Jazz Trio with John Rankin, Tom Fischer, and Clive Wilson
By admission ($10) or free to Garden Pass members
Garden is open from 5 to 7:30 (come early for best seating)
Bring chair, drinks, and a mask!
Reservations required. Limited capacity and tickets sell out early! Check October 1st, even though the web page says reservations are only accepted a week early…
One thing you can say for me this time—I haven’t wasted any time talking about anyone else but me. Stay well!
John
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Chef Carl’s Famous Monday Night Fried Chicken is back. Every Monday . Served with red beans, cole slaw and a buttered biscuits.
TO-GO option available through Teddy’s Cafe
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Robin Barnes presents #SongbirdAtHome
7 PM – 8 PM
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Join Robin Barnes, the Songbird of New Orleans and her husband Pat Casey every Monday night as they bring a concert right from their living room to yours! Live stream the show every Monday night at 7PM CST on Facebook & Instagram!
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October 2020
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November 2020
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Hosanna Hot Meals
5:30 PM – 7 PM
2480 Highway 190, Mandeville, LA 70448
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Every Monday Hosanna opens their kitchen to the Mandeville and surrounding communities. If you struggle to put dinner on your table every night, come on over and eat for FREE at Hosanna. We don't check income or ask any questions. If you're looking for a free meal and good conversation - you will not be turned away! People from all walks of life are welcome to break bread on Mondays with us. We hope to see you there. With the cold months approaching this is a wonderful opportunity to eat a warm meal in a warm space. |
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Who is speaking? Check out our list of Business Session speakers
* Abid Hussain, Esq., Attorney, Engineer
* Ake Lundstrom, Director, Live At Heart, Sweden,
* Barry Coffing, Founder/CEO, MusicSupervisor.com
* Bridget Fleury, Executive Entertainment Management
* Bug Gigabyte, Musician, Founder, Southern Electroni
* Cindy D'Adamo, LadyLake PR
* Debra Russell, Debra Russell Coaching
* Drew Young, Good and Plenty Records,
* Ed Bicknell, Manager, London, UK
* Edgar “Dino” Gankendorff, Esq., Provosty & Gankendoff, LLC, NOLA
* Henry Turner, Jr., Musician, Promoter
* Huntington Septien, Septien Entertainment Group
* Jan Ramsey, Founder, Publisher OffBeat Music Magazine
* Jim McCormick #1 Hit Songwriter
* John J. Maxmillion, Jr., Engineer, Producer, Studio Owner
* Kevin George, Musician, Composer, Delgado Community College
* Lilli Lewis, Musician, Label Manager, Louisiana Red Hot Records
* Linda Septien, Septien Entertainment Group
* Marc D. Stollman, Esq., Stollman Law PA, Boca Raton, FL (Moderator)
* Mark S. Berry, Chairman, Producer, AMG, Sony
* Mat Devine, Head of Music Partnership at Cameo
* Maximilliano De la Fuente, GrooveList, Santiago Chile,
* Michael Olsen, Esq., EOne Records
* Michele Vice-Maslin, Emmy winning Songwriter, Producer
* Monica Corton, CEO Go to Eleven Entertainment (Moderator)
* Paul Diaz, Owner, TreeSound Recording Studio
* Paul K. Saunders, Co-Founder of Lightwork Digital and New Music Lives
* Peter Cho, Executive Dean Delgado Community College Westbank Campus
* Rich Goldman, RIPTIDE MUSIC GROUP (Moderator)
* Ryan Block, IndependentEar Music Group (Moderator)
* SINthetik Messiah, Engineer, DJ
* Stephen White, CEO of StageIt
* Steve Marks, CEO of RoadNation
* Tony Moore, Right Here with Tony Moore, London, UK,
* Tony Skratchere, Owner, New Orleans DJ School
* Wallace Collins, Esq., New York, NY
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Cutting Edge REDUX - Music Business Sessions
Oct 14, 2020, 2:00 PM - Oct 17, 2020, 5:00 PM (your local time)
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New Orleans: The Cutting Edge REDUX, virtual conference will address the pandemic's impact on the global music industry's two major income streams, "Live Music" and "Recorded Music," October 14 – 17, 2020.
Essentially the industry is large, and the problems caused by the pandemic are immense. As such, the Cutting Edge REDUX will attempt to reduce the magnitude of the problem to the burning music industry questions, “What the Hell are we going to do for the next 18 months?” ‘Where should I invest my time to have my best music future?”
We will hear from some of the music industry's most essential influencers during the Cutting Edge REDUX sessions. These industry experts, entertainment attorneys, and artists have the proven knowledge needed to assess the global pandemic's impact and consequences on musicians and music businesses. They will give answers and recommend strategies to attendees.
An outline of the pandemic effects on the music industry addressed during the Cutting Edge REDUX follows below.
Music industry areas struggling from income lost:
● Booking and touring - vastly fewer gigs
● Recording and distribution - delayed CD releases
● How and where to license music
Other effects show the compassion of the industry:
● Public-private support – funding to artists and crews
● Public sector funding – Governments and public agencies
The music industry has embraced new ways to make money, 'leaning into' the challenge, seeing an opportunity, and creating action:
● Livestreaming – larger audiences, a pandemic bounce in audience availability
● Sharing the streaming fees with the artists
● Selling advertisements to a streaming event
● Establishing a payment method for and during Livestream performances
Long-term gains & industry realities
● Changing relationships with label-artists, songwriters and recording engineers
● The growth of third-party platforms in shaping music distribution, discovery and
consumer behavior
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Virtual Premiere
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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After this content becomes available October 14th at 7:00 pm CDT, you'll have 4 hours to start watching. Once you begin, you'll have 24 hours to finish watching the film. The October 14th at 8:30 pm livestream can be viewed anytime until October 14th at 11:00 pm. Need help?
Join us on October 14 at 8:00pm ET for the Virtual Premiere and Q&A for In Case of Emergency, an evening honoring emergency nurses on the frontline.
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Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 11:30 AM
3100 19th St, Metairie, LA 70002
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17
Shangri-La Witches & Warlocks Halloween Luncheon
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HOST MARY KATHERINE LONATRO TUSA invites you to her Annual Event, Benefiting “Jackets for Scholars”
A 3 Course Luncheon with Champagne & Cash Bar. Entertainment: Becky Allen, Marshall Harris, Jim Walpole & Carl Mack.
With Costume & Hat Contest
Please send a 55. ck to Shangri-La Social Club 1610 Glenn Swetman Biloxi, MS 39530
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TICKETS
TIPS FOR YOUR TRIP
FAQS
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
Peek-a-Boo at the Zoo is complimentary for Audubon Members and included in general Zoo admission as Halloween lagniappe.
Online reservations required.
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Boo in a Bag! We’ve taken all of the treat stations and combined them into one pre-packaged bag! The festive, pumpkin-shaped bag will be stuffed with candy, snacks, a face mask, and special treats for only $10.
Your purchase directly supports the children receiving care at Children’s Hospital New Orleans when you purchase a pre-packaged Trick or Treat bag.
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PEEK-A-BOO
AT THE ZOO
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
OCTOBER 17-18
10 AM - 5 PM (LAST ENTRY 4 PM)
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY
OCTOBER 24-25
10 AM - 5 PM (LAST ENTRY 4 PM)
* Tickets only will be honored for day/time purchased.
The experience will be during regular Zoo hours instead of a night-time event.
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This daytime celebration will provide fun for the whole family and some of your favorite Audubon Zoo animals too, ensuring your experience is filled with spooktacular memories. To add to the excitement, Peek-a-Boo at the Zoo guests are invited to wear their favorite costume as they partake in the festivities |
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Tickets for Voodoo Garage Sale- Halloween Party! Psychic Fair | ParaCon |Voodoo ritual can be booked here
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Voodoo Garage Sale- Halloween Party! Psychic Fair | ParaCon |Voodoo ritual
It's a Paranormal Party ,it's a Psychic fair, it's Voodoo Ritual all rolled into one!
ODDITIES |ART |DOLLS HAUNTINGS | POP-UP'S READINGS
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Voodoo Garage Sale -
Halloween NOLA ParaCon Event
Come for Contests, Prizes, shopping, Hauntings and more, in our safe social distanced open aired courtyard TOCLEbrate the season and Grand opening of " THE CREEPY ATTIC " in the Haunted Museum
VINTAGE | ODDITIES |ART |VOODOO DOLLS |HAUNTINGS |PSYCHICS
Metaphysical goodies to buy, Psychic readings, Pop-up classes, Paranormal how to's, Hoodoo Happening, book signings, ghost tours, Seance ,all rolled into one supernatural NOLA Paracon Flea market 12pm -5:00pm. Sunday October 18
826 and 828 N. Rampart NOLA 70116
Shop Vintage clothes, bric-a-brac, books, bones and baubles, oddities, mystic art, masks and lots of cool horns for you too!
Free Pop up classes, free voodoo ritual blessings, book signings.and a free pop up paranormal classes
Add on readings, seance, tours, ghost hunts and cool stuff
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These are the dates and times of each full moon appearing in 2020, along with the most popular nicknames. The times are in the Eastern time zone in the United States.
Oct. 31
10:49 a.m.
blue moon
Nov. 3
04:29 a.m.
beaver moon
Dec. 29
10:28 p.m.
cold moon
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Celebration in the Oaks to be a drive-through attraction in 2020 |
Celebration in the Oaks, City Park's annual holiday attraction featuring holiday light displays and more than a million lights hanging from the park's oak trees, will run from Nov. 26 through Jan. 3, 2021. To adapt to coronavirus, the park has made several changes, including that it will be a driving instead of walking experience.
Celebration in the Oaks used to be viewable by car, but the park changed it to pedestrian-only in 2004. The drive is 2.25 miles, and guests will not be allowed to get out of their cars to explore exhibits.
New exhibits include a salute to medical personnel. Displays from past years with a driving option will return, including "Monstro," the whale from Pinocchio and a 15-foot tall waving Santa Claus. Regular attractions include lighted dinosaur figures, a unicorn, a pirate ship in the lagoon, flamingos, a Who Dat tree, scenes of Jackson Square, a musical tribute and more.
Admission will be by timed ticketing, and a limited number of tickets will be available. Tickets for cars and SUVs range from $18.99 to $32.99 for up to eight guests in a vehicle. There also are options for limos and party busses. Hours of operation will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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Love New Orleans &
She'll Love You Back.
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.Sincerely,
Frank Stansbury
Lafete News
504-450-1955
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